Garrett Metal Detectors
The number of times we’ve been scanned with this Garrett Super Scanner V when going through an airport or to a concert venue is pretty high. However, we had never stopped to wonder who made the device or where it is made. Until now. Garrett Metal Detectors is an American company that produces a huge number of different types of metal detectors. Continue reading
Zpacks
If you are looking to get into the great outdoors you are going to want to outfit yourself with some quality gear. Perhaps something handcrafted and Made in America. Take a look at Zpacks. Handcrafted shelters, backpacks, quilts and clothing, and Dyneema based accessories all proudly manufactured in the United States. Like so many other American companies, Zpacks was created to solve a distinct problem encounted by a single person. In this case, founder Joe Valesko was setting out on a 2004 thru-hide of the Appalachian Trail but could not find any gear to meet his needs. Continue reading
Iron Will Outfitters
We are currently in September, a very active time of year for archery hunters across the United States. Whether you are chasing big game out west or perhaps staying a bit closer to home, you are going to want precision broadheads for your arrows. Iron Will Outfitters provides just that. We learned of Iron Will Outfitters while listening to a recent MeatEater Podcast featuring Iron Will co-founder Bill Vanderheyden. His knowledge and ability to explain the reasons behind the Iron Will broadheads led us to investigate a bit more. Continue reading
MagLite
MagLite flashlights seems to be almost universally known. It seems that everyone we know has one. Or two or three. Whether it is the larger full size flashlights that seem robust enough to use as a hammer, or the smaller, compact size flashlights that fit in your pocket, they are everywhere. We think this can be attributed to the fact that they are quality, Made in America, flashlights. Continue reading
Leather Head Sports
Leather Head Sports was started to fuel the passion of founder Paul Cunningham’s desire to create beautiful, heirloom quality sporting goods. In a connected, modern world, we want to remind folks that the best memories of sports are from when we were young, and our sporting goods were made to last. Leather Head creates a full line of custom leather balls: Continue reading
Three Forks Saddlery
One of our favorite things in the world is the state of Montana. It’s wide open, beautful spaces just feel right. It’s only natural that we found an authentic Saddle crafting company based in Three Forks, MT. Three Forks Saddlery creates beautiful, hand crafted, American Made saddles for ranchers, equine enthusiasts and those in the rodeo circuit. We’re betting you can get one for your horse even if you are not competing in the American Professional Rodeo Association. Continue reading
Frost River
Modern Methods. Old School Grit. Heritage goods American-made in Duluth, Minnesota. That is what you get from Frost River. Frost River hand crafts a full assortment of bags and accessories: Packs Luggage Shoulder Bags Lifestyle Accessories Activity Frost River also has a solid guarantee on the items they create: We guarantee the hardware and workmanship on Frost River’s waxed canvas and leather packs, bags, and accessories forever. If we built it, we know the seams will stay strong, the zippers will work and the rivets and hardware will hold securely, and we take pride in building reliable softgoods at our shop in Duluth, Minnesota Continue reading
Bradley Mountain
Bradley Mountain is a small company made up of six craftsmen who make bags by hand in San Diego, CA. Their motto is: Inspiring People To Live Adventurously Bradley Mountain produces beautiful bags such as The Wilder, The Biographer, and the Muir Pack. All 100% Made in the USA. If you are looking for something a bit less costly, check out the Accessorires they offer. Continue reading